The Wasp — 1894 — page 259: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon from *The Wasp* satirizes a conflict involving "The Monarch" (likely a publication or political figure) against Judge Levy. The main figure—a man in Asian dress wielding a large sword—appears to represent The Monarch threatening a smaller figure (Judge Levy or an associated party). The signs advertise "Disastrous Battles!" and reference a "3-Ball Sutro for Mayor" contest, suggesting this relates to San Francisco municipal politics. The crowd of angry faces in the background indicates public interest in the dispute. The cartoon's title, "The Jacket Removed," and the visible books suggest the conflict involves legal or intellectual matters being stripped down to direct confrontation. The exact historical context remains unclear without additional dating or publication information.